What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
104U - the white / grey board 104U-S - the white / grey board silenced 104UB - the black board 104UB-S - the black board silenced.
I recently bought the cheapest (new and unopened) UB-S off eBay for $310.00 US. I have a Cooler Master NovaTouch TKL with Topre switches, to which I applied an upstroke silencing mod. It's been my favorite keyboard for typing sessions, and gaming on it doesn't bother me at all. For so long, I've wanted a full 104 key version for my office, so I was delighted to find the 104UB-S on eBay. It's significantly quieter than any Cherry switch, and your hands will thank you for the variable actuation weights.
This is a pretty good price for both silenced models, especially the UB-S which is typically significantly more expensive than the U-S. You can find cheaper U-S models on eBay, but they all have upward of $60 shipping from Japan (to the US). All in all I'd say this drop is a win.This is a pretty good price for both silenced models, especially the black one. You can find cheaper 104U-S models on eBay, but they all have upward of $60 shipping from Japan.
All in all, I'd say this drop is a win.